Massive protests in Philippines over South China Sea
7 Aug 2016 11:26 AM IST7 Aug 2016 11:26 AM IST
China says it doesn't recognize the July 12 ruling by the Hague Court.
Members of Manila's Vietnamese Community joined hands with their Filipino counterparts backing a UN decision favoring the Philippines in its maritime dispute with Beijing in the South China Sea.- China's increasingly assertive maritime activities in the East and South China seas have raised concerns and tensions in the region.
- Filipino protesters offered the Sampaguita', their national flower, to China, while others blew horns.
- Protesters were urging China to abide by international law after a United Nations arbitration panel ruled in favour of the Philippines in its maritime dispute with Beijing in the South China Sea.
- Vietnamese protesters waved flags and held placards, reading (English) 'China mush respect international law'.
- Members of Manila's Vietnamese Community joined hands with their Filipino counterparts and held a joint demonstration in front of the Chinese Embassy.
Members of Manila\'s Vietnamese Community joined hands with their Filipino counterparts backing a UN decision favoring the Philippines in its maritime dispute with Beijing in the South China Sea.
China says it doesn't recognize the July 12 ruling by the Hague Court.
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